How it’s done…

Fry game in 2 tablespoons of oil until sealed, add the onion, juniper berries, star anise & bouquet garni and continue to fry for 2-3 minutes.

Add wine and reduce liquid to half, then add stock, cover and place in a pre-heated oven at 170 degrees cent. Leave for 2.5 - 3 hours until meat is tender. Thicken gravy if required with 1 tsp cornflour and 2 tbsp water mixed.

Adjust seasoning to taste and transfer to either individual pie dishes or one large dish if preferred.

Roll out pastry and cover the dish/es, trim excess and brush with beaten egg. Return to the oven and bake until pastry is risen and golden brown.